1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 842 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Atos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Seville | Atos |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
